The salary you need to afford the new Changan Hunter bakkie in South Africa

The Changan Hunter is a double-cab bakkie now available in South Africa, offered with both a turbocharged diesel and a range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) powertrain. The diesel model features a

2.0L2.0 cap L2.0𝐿 engine, while the REEV uses a gasoline engine to power a battery for electric-only driving, combining electric efficiency with extended range. The Hunter is available in different trims with prices starting around R449,900 for the diesel models and R799,900 for the REEV model, as reported by TopAuto.co.za

Powertrain options

2.0 TD Diesel: Features a 2.0L2.0 cap L2.0𝐿 turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine.
- CS (2WD): 110110110 kW, 350350350 Nm, six-speed manual transmission.
- CE (4WD): 110110110 kW, 350350350 Nm, six-speed automatic transmission, rear differential lock.
REEV (Range Extended Electric Vehicle): Uses a 2.0L2.0 cap L2.0𝐿 turbocharged gasoline engine to charge a 31.231.231.2 kWh battery, which in turn powers two electric motors.
- Total power output: 200200200 kW, 470470470 Nm.
- Claimed EV-only range: 145145145 km.
- Claimed total range: Over 100010001000 km.

Key features

Payload capacity: Up to 110011001100 kg for the 2WD2 cap W cap D2𝑊𝐷 diesel model and 100010001000 kg for the 4WD4 cap W cap D4𝑊𝐷 models.
Suspension: The REEV model uses an independent rear suspension, which is more common for on-road comfort than the traditional leaf springs found in many bakkies.
Ground clearance: Approximately 226226226 mm for the diesel models.
Technology: Standard features across models often include a 101010-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and cruise control. The REEV model also includes advanced features like a 540∘540 raised to the composed with power540∘ panoramic camera, advanced driver assistance systems, and vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality with $220$V outlets in the load bin.